Infrastructure Architect (Hybrid)

Position: Infrastructure Architect

Location: Hybrid (Chicago/Springfield)

Duration: Full-time/Long Term Contract With potential extension.

Summary:

• As an Infrastructure Architect at Zion Cloud Solutions , you will be responsible for architecture, design and deployment of infrastructure solutions for our customer DoIT (Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology) with a focus on compute, storage, and cloud technologies. Your expertise will guide the architectural decisions to maintain scalable, reliable, and secure IT infrastructure. You will collaborate with cross-functional agencies and teams to support the DoIT s technology infrastructure needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement enterprise-class infrastructure solutions focusing on compute (servers, virtualization), storage (SAN/NAS, backups), and cloud services (IaaS, PaaS).
• Lead the design of applications and data to cloud environments, ensuring seamless integration and minimal downtime.
• Evaluate existing infrastructure systems and propose enhancements to improve performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation and standards.
• Serve as a technical expert in infrastructure planning meetings and provide guidance on best practices in infrastructure management.
• Collaborate with IT security teams to implement robust security frameworks for protecting data and managing vulnerabilities in a hybrid cloud environment.
• Monitor industry trends and technology advancements, recommending adoption of new technologies where beneficial.
• Manage vendor relationships to negotiate and procure hardware and software solutions.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to junior engineers and other team members.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in IT infrastructure roles with a strong focus on compute, storage, and cloud technologies.
• Proven experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper-V, or KVM.
• In-depth knowledge of storage architectures including SAN, NAS, and object storage, as well as data backup and recovery solutions.
• Expertise in designing and deploying solutions in public, private, and hybrid cloud environments using providers like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, subnetting, routing, firewall configurations).
• Familiarity with IT security best practices and data protection laws.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think analytically.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, capable of working effectively across multiple teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certifications in cloud technologies (Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Certified Architect).

Experience with container orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).

Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible.

About Us :

Zion Cloud Solutions is a dynamic, forward-thinking tech company based in Chicago, proudly recognized as one of INC 5000 America's fastest-growing companies. On a mission to revolutionize the digital landscape, we are an Emerging Company rapidly expanding team of innovators, disruptors, and problem-solvers who are fervent about pushing the boundaries of technology. We don't just build products or support our customers; we craft digital ecosystems that drive transformative results for our clients. Our collaborative and inventive environment nurtures out-of-the-box thinking and invites employees to bring their distinct perspectives to the forefront. If you're in search of a role that melds cutting-edge technology with the chance to make a tangible impact, ZCS is your destination.